That is true about the stock exchange market,in the market and trading on the floor,you cannot just enter and start trading,you will need the services of a licence brooker to do you sales and buying for you.A broker is required to make investments such as stock purchases and sales. Brokers have a special licence that allows them to trade on stock exchanges. You can choose between a full-service broker and a discount broker depending on how much service and help you want from your broker.